What a Godsend you all are...

jabberwock · Post by **jabberwock** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 5:22 pm

Thanks Rose. I was given this mask by my DME to try, but got no manual and little instruction, so I didn't know about the velco piece. I will try that tonight. I don't have a headboard on my bed, so I'll have to think about rigging up something like I have seen on some threads here.

Rose, can you (or anyone else) tell me what the little sliding plastic piece on the opposite side to the nasal cusions is for?? I just noticed it now when looking at the mask. Am I supposed to do something with it?

Also, is there a way to stabilize the nosepiece to the headgear? It seems to be free rolling, and tends to roll down so that it bothers my skin between my nose and upper lip.

Thanks!

roster · Post by **roster** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 5:36 pm

[quote="jabberwock"]............ tell me what the little sliding plastic piece on the opposite side to the nasal cusions is for?? ..............

RosemaryB · Post by **RosemaryB** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 5:41 pm

Here's a link to the ResMed website where you will find the following for your viewing pleasure:

Components Card (PDF 72kb)

Cleaning Guide (PDF 23kb)

Fitting Guide (PDF 207kb)

Fitting Video

Assembly Video

http://tinyurl.com/2n4jp3

Cheers,

Rose

jabberwock · Post by **jabberwock** » Sat Apr 28, 2007 6:12 pm

Thanks to Rose and Rooster... got some reading to do !

Bonnie

bdp522 · Post by **bdp522** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 5:09 am

But Brenda.....she doesn't KNOW what her numbers are with a "Plus" machine. Sad
That's why she wants a better machine.

Good idea Brenda, but as Den said, I don't know what my numbers are. Taping my mouth shut kind of creeps me out...

Sorry, I really have to start paying more attention to what I'm reading!

You could also tape and see if you FEEL better. Yeah taping can take time to get used to, but lot's of us do it every night with no problems.

Brenda

jabberwock · Post by **jabberwock** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 9:24 am

Good morning!

Well, I had a relatively successful night, having kept the mask on for a full nine hours (I love weekends ) without much adjusting. When I did wake up, I went back to sleep very quickly and was not tempted to rip the mask off.

Two things I would like some input on please. First, I am trialing the Mirage Swift, my first attempt at nasal pillow mask, and I find that I need to tighten the mast to keep a seal, but then it hurts the bone? cartilage? between my nostrils, particularly the top part. Is it just a matter of finding the right balance when tightening the straps, or is there a another nasal pillow mask I should try?

Also, when I woke up this morning, there was a wet spot on my pillow, which I assume is mouth leakage. I guess I will have to try taping my mouth shut to see if that helps.

Any comments/suggestions?

Bonnie

bdp522 · Post by **bdp522** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 12:00 pm

For mouth taping;
viewtopic.php?t=9653&start=0

For the sore nares; Ayr Gel helps with some of the irritation(as will lanolin, chapstick, bag balm, etc). But you do have to be sure the mask isn't too tight. I think all nasal pillow masks take time to get used to, just don't let an open sore develope.

Brenda

Bamalady · Post by **Bamalady** » Sun Apr 29, 2007 12:08 pm

Hi Bonnie-

Nice to hear that you had a pretty good night. That seems to make everything worth while.

I don't know what size pillows you are using, but if they are not the largest, please try those. It seems the larger ones seal easier.

If you can't tape, you might want to try a chin strap made from 3 inch wide Ace Bandage. I tried taping, but then my cheeks just bulged out. The Ace Bandage has taken care of the lower jaw dropping down and the 'chipmunk cheeks' for me.

Hang in there! This is a great place to find lots of information and support.

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